Ecobank Nigeria to showcase creativity and innovation in building, design, and real estate at Design & Build 2025 with 40+ exhibitors in Lagos

Ecobank Nigeria to showcase innovation, creativity, and craftsmanship at the second edition of its Design & Build exhibition, themed “How We Build, How We Live.”

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The five-day event is scheduled to take place later this month at the Ecobank Pan African Centre in Lagos.

This flagship initiative puts a spotlight on Nigeria’s vibrant design, construction, and real estate industries, bringing together over 40 leading exhibitors from across the country.

According to Omoboye Odu, Head of SMEs at Ecobank Nigeria, the exhibition goes beyond aesthetics and structure—it’s a platform for visionaries shaping the way Nigerians live and build.

“Design & Build is more than an exhibition; it’s a celebration of visionaries. By showcasing quality talent and innovation, we are connecting creators with opportunities that build purpose and better living,” Odu said.

She emphasized that the event aligns with Ecobank’s pan-African vision to empower entrepreneurs, drive financial inclusion, and connect local SMEs to global markets.

Curator Titi Fowora, Principal Interior Designer at Inu Designs, revealed that the 2025 edition is deliberately curated to showcase the very best in creative and sustainable design.

“This year is about intention. From heritage craftsmanship to futuristic innovation, we want to inspire people to rethink how we live and build,” Fowora explained.

Design & Build 2025 promises to be a “living canvas of transformation,” featuring ideas that reflect cultural identity, modern solutions, and forward-thinking design principles.

Ecobank Nigeria to showcase its long-term commitment to SMEs and the creative economy not only through Design & Build but also via initiatives such as:

• Adire Lagos Experience
• +234 Art Fair
• Ecobank National Schools Team Chess Championship
• Oja Oge 2025

These projects, coupled with empowerment and training programmes, highlight the bank’s broader efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s entrepreneurship ecosystem.

By spotlighting excellence in design and construction, Ecobank is championing sectors that contribute meaningfully to national growth.

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The Design & Build showcase stands as a bridge between creators, consumers, and capital, with the goal of inspiring how future generations will design, build, and live.